Universities and Colleges in Arlington

Arlington colleges and universities offer students the urban setting of nearby Washington D.C. as well as the open space of traditional college campuses. The schools prepare students for careers both in the region and around the country, whether it's a government job in Washington or a career in computers in nearby Fairfax, Va.'s technology corridor. Arlington itself is home to hundreds of businesses, including advertising agencies and architecture firms, according to the local chamber of commerce.

Colleges and Universities in Arlington

Marymount University boasts small classes and a collaborative learning environment for its students. With a range of degree and certificate programs from biology to web design, the Arlington college is home to about 3,600 students. Marymount University is a Catholic university with more than 30 student clubs and organizations.

George Mason University School of Law is also located in Arlington. With such close proximity to Washington, D.C., the law school offers guest lecturers with significant government and public policy experience and employment opportunities with major government agencies and private law firms. Other colleges and universities in Arlington include The Art Institute of Washington and Argosy University, Washington DC.

Vocational and Trade Schools in Arlington

If you're looking for a vocational or trade school in Arlington, the University of Management and Technology offers programs in Human Resources Management, Criminal Justice Administration, Engineering Management and many others. Strayer University, Northern Virginia Community College's Arlington center and Westwood College, Arlington Ballston Camp are other options for students seeking an education in Arlington.

Colleges and Schools in the Arlington Area

Just five miles away from Arlington, Washington D.C. offers several colleges and universities for students who want to live and learn in the nation's capital. American University, Catholic University, Galludet University, Georgetown University, George Washington University, and Howard University, a school that accommodates deaf and hearing impaired students, are just a few of the options in Washington D.C. Additionally, George Mason University is located in nearby Fairfax, Va., an area rich with technology companies. The university also has locations in Arlington, Manassas and Sterling. With a focus on engineering, information technology, biotechnology and health care, George Mason University offers 75 degree programs to its approximately 20,000 undergraduate students. When it comes to making decisions about your academic career, a look at our list of colleges and universities in Arlington could help.

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